The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its members in states that are yet to commence the implementation of the new minimum wage to commence an indefinite strike, beginning from December 1, 2024.
The directive is part of the resolutions of the NLC after its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting at the weekend.
Meanwhile, the NLC has also accused petroleum marketers of inflating the pump price of petrol, which it says is significantly higher than the actual market value.
The NLC allege that petrol marketers are exploiting Nigerians and adding to an already heightened suffering striding from governments harsh economic policies.
On the worsening economic situation in the country, the NLC said its NEC observes, with profound concern, the accelerating economic hardship inflicted upon Nigerian citizens.
It noted that inflation continues to rise unchecked, with the costs of basic necessities spiraling beyond the reach of the average worker, among others.
The NLC demanded immediate, concrete interventions from the Federal Government, not token measures, to relieve this suffering.
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